Hello Meteorology-Climatology Majors,
I hope that things continue you to go well for you as the semester rolls along. I know that there were a lot of exams last week, and there are probably a fair number of exams this week. It is always better to space out your study for exams over several days rather than cramming for a day or two. If you have concerns about your study skills or prepping for exams, I am always available to help. We also have an excellent group of Academic Success Coaches in the Center for Academic and Transition who can help you with test preparation and study skills.
March is a very important month for course planning. Open registration for the Summer 2021 semester started on Monday, March 1, so you need to be looking at summer classes now if you think you would be interested in taking classes then. I have looked at a few summer classes so far, and it looks like the format of classes is basically the same this summer as it has been during the Spring 2021 semester.
Priority Registration for the Fall 2021 semester will begin on Monday, April 5, and here are some important dates to help you prepare for Priority Registration:
- Monday, March 15: Fall 2021 Class Schedule viewable for advisors and Student Enrollment Appointment Times available to students in MyRED.
- Monday, March 22: Fall 2021 Class Schedule viewable for students and general public. Enrollment Scheduler open to students and advisors to plan schedules. Shopping cart will not be available - attempts to place items in the shopping cart will result in an error.
- Monday, April 5: Start of Fall 2021 Priority Registration.
NOTE: All availability begins at 12:01 am for each date specified above except for the actual priority registration period, which starts on the assigned enrollment times.
I would strongly encourage you to schedule a meeting with me prior to Monday, April 5 to discuss your interests, goals, and course plans going forward. If you are just starting to consider 400-level Meteorology elective courses for the upcoming summer and fall semesters, I would also recommend meeting with Professor Kopacz to discuss how your interests and goals align with the available 400-level Meteorology elective courses.
Thanks, Doug
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Spring 2021 Meteorology-Climatology Advising
All academic advising for the Spring 2021 season will be completed virtually. This means that all advising meetings and interactions will be conducted on Zoom, over the phone, or via email. Doug and Professor Kopacz are available to meet your academic advising needs, and we look forward to meeting with you and working with you throughout the fall semester. Even though advising will continue to be virtual, we will do everything we can to support you for the winter season.
Due to social distancing even if Doug is in his office, you will need schedule an advising appointment that will be conducted via Zoom, phone, or email or join drop-in advising on Zoom. If an in-person meeting is absolutely required, arrangements will need to be made well in advance so we can accommodate social distancing in the meeting.
Doug’s advising hours will be:
Appointments – 8:30 am to 4:30 pm every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
Appointments – 8:30 am to 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm every Wednesday and Friday
Drop-In Advising - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm every Wednesday and Friday
You can schedule an appointment with Doug by using the MyPlan system via this link, by calling the College of Arts and Sciences Academic and Career Advising Center at 402-472-4190, or by emailing him at dpellatz@unl.edu. Doug is also taking drop-in meetings from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Wednesdays and Fridays at https://unl.zoom.us/my/casadvising.
Professor Kopacz's Advising Hours
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays 11AM-12PM (walk-ins welcome) and 2-3PM (appointments only)
Where: Bessey Hall Room 220C or ZOOM
Instructions: You can meet with Professor Kopacz virtually or in person. To join Professor Kopacz's virtual office hours, use this link: https://unl.zoom.us/j/94859295542. If visiting in person, her office door will be closed but you are still welcome - just knock to let her know you are there.
To schedule a meeting with Professor Kopacz outside of her office hours, please email her at dawn.kopacz@unl.edu.